{"product_id":"soviet-alkor-65mm-reflector-telescope-npz","title":"Soviet ALKOR Reflector Telescope 65mm NPZ – Vintage USSR Optics with Wooden Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Soviet ALKOR telescope, a vintage 65 mm Newtonian reflector made by NPZ in the USSR. It comes complete with its original wooden storage case, a stand and an eyepiece. The seller notes that it is a classic astronomical reflector of the kind used by amateur astronomers, and it is offered as-is for collectors of vintage optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e ALKOR (Alcor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Astronomical reflecting telescope, Newtonian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAperture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker marking:\u003c\/strong\u003e NPZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal with painted finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modular stand or tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original wooden carrying case with metal latch and handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListed as for parts or not working because the seller could not test it. Appearance is good vintage condition with minor scratches in the paint on the stand and tube. The mirror and internal parts are intact and the original mirror is visible inside the tube. The wooden case is fully functional, with its original factory label and latches. Sold as-is; the 20 photos are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall reflecting telescopes like the ALKOR were a common starting point for amateur astronomy in the Soviet period. A complete set in its own wooden case is attractive to collectors of vintage optics and scientific instruments, and it can serve as a decorative piece even if it is never used under the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelescope optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStand or tripod components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal wooden carrying case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681921171605,"sku":"EBAY-407199827808","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-alkor-65mm-reflector-telescope-npz-1.jpg?v=1791721861","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-alkor-65mm-reflector-telescope-npz","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}